Senior Environmental, Health & Safety Engineer

Devens, MA, US

In-personFull time roleSenior Level

About 2 months ago

About the Job

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Combining decades of research, top talent and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised over $2 billion in capital – more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S.

Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team.

If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.

Join the power movement as a Senior Environmental, Health & Safety Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Environmental, Health & Safety Engineer to join our growing team. As a key member of our EHS team, this site-based role will champion environmental, health and safety initiatives at our Devens, Massachusetts campus.

What you'll do:

Lead incident investigations including immediate mitigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action development and closure
Work with EHS Management System software to develop process workflows, reporting, data analysis and trending. Improve the functionality and use of this software. Implement additional modules within the software as identified
Support EHSS leadership in the development of a comprehensive EHSS strategy
Support production and research & development teams in hazard identification and mitigation efforts to enable safe and productive work
Work closely with test engineers and production teams to perform detailed safety reviews of complex hazardous operations (Test Readiness Reviews) to ensure safe execution
Provide guidance and interpretation on relevant OSHA standards, life safety codes and standards, safety systems, and risk assessment tools
Develop standards, programs, procedures, and training for assigned EHS topics
Monitor employee exposure to physical and chemical hazards to identify and correct hazards and ensure compliance
Routinely assess facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and correct hazards and ensure compliance
Develop, implement, and maintain safety contingency plans (fires, spills, etc.)

What we’re looking for:

Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental, Safety & Health or a related technical field
5+ years of progressive experience in a safety role in a high-risk industry
Working knowledge of occupational safety and health regulations applicable to production and research and development activities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication skills required
Strong facilitation skills and ability to work from a position of credible influence based on health and safety knowledge versus a position of authority
Record of continual improvement of safety programs, practices, and procedures

Bonus points for:

Relevant professional certification (e.g., CSP, CIH, or equivalent)
Advanced degree in Safety & Health or related technical field
Working knowledge of energy-based hazard recognition principles and Human and Organizational Performance (HOP)

Must-have requirements:

Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
Perform activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics
Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call

#LI-Onsite

At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.

About the Company

Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS)

Cambridge, MA, USA

51-100

The world needs a fundamentally new source of clean energy to meet our growing energy demands and combat climate change. Scientists have been studying fusion for decades and have made significant progress, but have yet to achieve its potential as a commercial power source. However, its promise has continued to drive interest with the understanding that successfully deployed fusion power would transform the world’s energy landscape.

Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) was spun out of MIT's Plasma Science and Fusion Center to leverage the decades of fusion research combined with the innovation and speed of the private sector. Supported by the world’s leading investors in breakthrough energy technologies, the CFS team is uniquely positioned to deliver the fastest path to commercial fusion energy. CFS has assembled a world-class team to design and build fusion machines. This team includes experts in magnets, manufacturing, and plasma physics dedicated to the mission of delivering clean, limitless fusion power to the world.

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